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Audi A6 Sportback e-tron vs Polestar 4
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron and Polestar 4 target the premium EV space with different body styles. The Audi is a low-slung executive fastback built for efficiency and long-distance driving. The Polestar 4 is a coupe-style SUV aimed at buyers who want higher seating position, bold design, and tech-focused interiors.
Range favors the Audi. It reaches up to about 700 to 750 km WLTP in higher trims, while the Polestar 4 delivers around 560 to 620 km WLTP depending on version. Charging differs by architecture. The Audi uses 800V and supports up to 270 kW with a 10 to 80 percent time of about 21 minutes. The Polestar uses a 400V system with up to 200 kW and about 30 minutes for 10 to 80 percent.
Pricing places the Polestar 4 lower at entry level in most markets, while the Audi sits higher as an executive segment model. The Polestar launched earlier across China, Europe, and North America, while Audi rollout continues region by region. This page helps you decide between maximum range efficiency and SUV-style practicality with strong performance.
Within Audi, related EVs include the Q6 e-tron and e-tron GT. Within Polestar, alternatives include the Polestar 2 and Polestar 3.
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron offers class-leading range, fast 800V charging, and strong highway efficiency, but has lower ride height and less SUV practicality; Polestar 4 delivers strong performance, modern design, and SUV versatility, but has lower efficiency and slower charging speeds.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick A6 Sportback e-tron for range and charging efficiency. Pick Polestar 4 for design, performance, and SUV usability.
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MODEL
| Models |
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro Audi S6 Sportback e-tron Polestar 4 Long range Single motor Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
LAUNCH
| Announced |
2024, July 31
2023, April 18 |
| Status |
Available to order. Released 2024, September
Available to order. Released 2024, February |
| Country of origin | Germany Sweden |
| Base Price |
€ 65,600 - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron € 78,400 - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance € 82,600 - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro € 101,550 - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron $ 60,000 € 63,400 £ 60,000 - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor $ 64,300 € 71,400 £ 67,000 - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
RWD 326 hp (240 kW) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD 381 hp (280 kW) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance AWD 462 hp (340 kW) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro AWD 551 hp (405 kW) - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron RWD 272 hp (200 kW) - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor AWD 544 hp (400 kW) - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| Torque |
435 Nm (321 lb-ft) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 565 Nm (417 lb-ft) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 855 Nm (631 lb-ft) - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 343 Nm (253 lb-ft) - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor 686 Nm (506 lb-ft) - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
6 sec 0-62 mph - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 5.4 sec 0-62 mph - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 4.5 sec 0-62 mph - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 3.9 sec 0-62 mph - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 6.9 sec 0-60 mph (7.1 sec 0-62 mph) - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor 3.7 sec 0-60 mph (3.8 sec 0-62 mph) - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| Max Speed |
130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 149 mph (240 km/h) - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
75.8 kWh usable, 83 kWh total - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 100 kWh total |
| Tech |
Air-cooled Li-ion (800V type)
Liquid-cooled Li-ion Nickel-manganese-cobalt (400V type) |
| Range |
390 mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 470 mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 445 mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 419 mi WLTP - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 300 mi EPA (379 mi WLTP) - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor 360 mi WLTP (270 mi EPA) - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| Consumption |
219 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 227 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performace 237 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 253 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 285 Wh/mi WLTP - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor 299 Wh/mi WLTP - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| Recuperation |
Yes, up to 220 kW
Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 11 hrs - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 5 hrs 30 min - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| DC Charging |
CCS 225 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron CCS 200 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min |
| Others | V2L |
BODY
| Type |
5 door Liftback, 5 seats
5 door Liftback, 5 seats |
| Platform | PPE SEA |
| Dimensions |
194.0 x 75.7 x 58.5 in (4928 x 1923 x 1487 mm)
4840 x 2139 x 1544 mm (190.6 x 84.2 x 60.8 in) |
| Drag Co-Efficient |
0.21 Cd
0.269 Cd |
| Wheelbase |
116.0 in (2946 mm)
2999 mm (118.1 in) |
| Clearance | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Weight |
EU: 2175 kg unladen, 2675 kg gross - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron EU: 2250 kg unladen, 2750 kg gross - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance EU: 2360 kg unladen, 2860 kg gross - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro EU: 2400 kg unladen, 2870 kg gross - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron EU: 2232 kg unladen - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor EU: 2351 kg unladen - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
| Suspension |
Independent air suspension with adaptive dampers; front five-link axle, rear multi-link axle
Front four link, rear integral link, adaptive air suspension with active dampers |
| Wheels | R19,R20,R21 R20, R21, R22 |
| Trunk/Boot |
EU: 17.7 ft³, 47.0 ft³ max
EU: 500 l, 1536 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet |
1.0 ft³
15 l |
| Towing |
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2100 kg braked
EU: 1500 kg braked - Polestar 4 Long range Single motor EU: 2000 kg braked - Polestar 4 Long range Dual motor |
DISPLAYS
| Centre |
14.5" touchscreen
15.4" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display |
11.9"
10.2" |
| Head-Up |
Yes
Yes, projector type, 14.7-inch projection area |
| Others | 10.9" front passenger display |
COMFORT
| Seats |
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof |
Panoramic glass sunroof (fixed) with variable light transmission
Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking Aids |
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, park assist
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist |
| Connectivity |
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags |
Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system
9 airbags: side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Warn and Brake Assist, Pedestrian/cyclists protection, Exit Warning, Rear and Front Cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist, Distraction and Drowsiness detection 1 radar, 12 cameras, 12 sensors. Lane Keeping Aid, Blind Spot alert, Collision risk warning, Rear Cross traffic alert, Driver Alert Control, Road Sign information, Active high beam, Emergency brake lights, Collision avoidance (incl. cyclists and pedestrians), Collision warning at night, Lane Departure Warning, oncoming traffic collision avoidance, Cross Traffic Alert with brake support, Post-Impact Braking |
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